clé has named our classic white zellige tile- weathered white. that is because even though it is a white terracotta tile of a singular color, that color is made up of, literally, dozens of shades of white including - grays, creams, pinks, celadons and even blues. our weathered white is to white glazed terracotta tiles what opals are to white gemstones.

so if you're tired of white tiles that are the same-ol same-ol, then this tile born from a 10th century tile-making craft has arrived just in time for you!

please note that when you order a sample of this tile, you will receive a 4x4 to showcase the color and a 3.5" hex of weathered white to show size and shape.

zellige is traditionally set without the use of any grout. In Morocco the installations are done with a butt joint and no grout whatsoever - and they have withstood the test of time. We realize that this is not always the most practical approach - especially when tiling a wet area so we recommend as tight of a grout joint as possible: Butt joint or 1/16" with a glazed tile grout.

zellige are terracotta tiles from morocco. zellige (pronounced zill-eejh') acquires its coloring from the historic clay body that is a rich terra cotta, inherently forcing it's hue through all the glazes.

if you're tired of the same-ol same-ol, then this tile born from a 10th century tile-making craft has arrived just in time for you! clé zellige is handmade in morocco. formed from the moroccan earth, and baked in kilns fired by burning olive pits.

available sizes? 2"x2", 4"x4", 3.5" hex, 2"x6" (nominal size)"

color variations? it isn't authentic zellige without wild variations of color and shade!

glaze variations? the zellige glazes have a lovely gloss surface that will have specks, pits, chips and flaws, as well as, undulations of surface. this varying and glossy finish can best be described as a "sequin-like" surface.

how much variation should i expect? zellige are created from natural glazes, pigments and terra cotta clay. every one of these natural materials is completely unfiltered allowing for maximum variation and irregularities. plus, they are fired in hand made kilns that are fueled using olive pits. all of this hand craft is what makes zellige so magically varied- tile to tile. please enjoy the extreme variation of color, shade and surface texture. what does this mean to you? your zellige order will contain the following:

crazing (from the glaze and the clay body cooling at different temperatures)

please note that, once installed properly and grouted, the above issues will bring you the textured zellige look that is so treasured by the design world.

HOWEVER, do the above irregularities differ from your expectations for a "proper" zellige installation? if so, then clé highly recommends you select another tile that will yield more surface regularity.

what is the standard grout joint size for zellige? because all zellige is hand cut after firing into the individual tiles, they are crafted to allow for a very tight grout joint. please look at our resources/specification guide.

where can i use zellige tiles? almost everywhere! but please see the "usage" section for more details.

why do you suggest i order 10% to 15% more than my measurements? there is always the potential of breakage during moving and shipping tiles (2% to 3%). also, you should always have additional tiles for making tile cuts during your installation, and to store for possible future repair needs.

what are the minimum order requirements?

2 boxes in-stock

75sf special order

when can i expect my order?in stock orders will ship in 3-5 days of your order. special order tiles can take up to 12-14 weeks to ship.

can i cancel my order? you have 3 hours to cancel your order. artists' tiles are not eligible for refunds or exchanges.